05/06/2026- Clubs
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FENCING CLUBS INVITED TO JOIN THE NEW CLUB CIRCLE WORKING GROUP

BF-affiliated clubs are invited to express their interest in joining the new Club Circle (Communities of Practice Clubs Working Group). The newly formed group will be a critical friend to the BF Club Development Officer role and advise on how BF can practically support affiliated clubs. Expressions of interest close 24th July 2026.

“Hello Fencing Clubs,

My name’s Chris and I’ve recently started as the Club Development Officer for British Fencing. It’s a role that I’m really excited in stepping into as it’s my personal belief and also that of British Fencing, that sports clubs are the beating heart of their local community and are central in bringing people together to enjoy the many benefits that being part of a sports club entails.

To grow the sport of fencing and to help increase participation, sustainability and reach new audiences, I’m delighted to announce that we are now inviting expressions of interest from fencing clubs to form the brand-new Club Circle (Communities of Practice Working Group).

This new group, chaired by myself will aim to:

  • To be a ‘critical friend’ to the BF’s Club Development Officer role.
  • To advise practically on how BF driven projects/resources/programmes look practically across the fencing community.
  • To provide a forum for discussion and communication between members of the fencing community with an interest in club development.
  • To ensure British Fencing demonstrates consistency and best practice in relation to club development.

If you are part of a fencing club with a keen interest in club development, I would love to hear from you. It is my intention for the group to act as a ‘critical friend’ to British Fencing, supporting my role with an objective of growing participation and sustainability in the sport whilst highlighting common challenges and proposing solutions.

If you would like to have a chat regarding the group, please feel free to reach out using the details below. Alternatively, please complete the EOI form by Friday 24th July 2026 and I’ll be in touch shortly after this date.”

 

 

Yours In Fencing

Chris

Club Development Officer – British Fencing

[email protected] / 07762404965


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